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Trains from Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street

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26

train journeys
per day

158

miles (255 kms)

3hrs 46 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 6 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street is approximately 158 miles (255 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 36 mins.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 46 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street

Journeys from Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street Today

  • Mon 4th Nov
    05:52
    3 hrs 50 mins2 changes
    09:42
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    06:56
    3 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    10:42
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    07:43
    4 hrs 16 mins6 changes
    11:59
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:02
    4 hrs 2 mins4 changes
    12:04
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:38
    4 hrs 23 mins6 changes
    13:01
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    08:59
    4 hrs 5 mins4 changes
    13:04
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:43
    4 hrs 16 mins6 changes
    13:59
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    09:51
    4 hrs 13 mins4 changes
    14:04
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:35
    4 hrs 24 mins6 changes
    14:59
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    10:53
    4 hrs 11 mins4 changes
    15:04
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    11:46
    4 hrs 14 mins6 changes
    16:00
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:39
    4 hrs 21 mins6 changes
    17:00
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    12:59
    4 hrs 18 mins2 changes
    17:17
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    13:51
    3 hrs 51 mins2 changes
    17:42
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:16
    4 hrs 1 min2 changes
    18:17
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    14:45
    3 hrs 57 mins2 changes
    18:42
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    15:49
    4 hrs2 changes
    19:49
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:29
    4 hrs 32 mins6 changes
    21:01
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    16:52
    4 hrs 13 mins4 changes
    21:05
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street
  • Mon 4th Nov
    17:31
    3 hrs 46 mins2 changes
    21:17
    Reading West
    Liverpool Lime Street
    Reading West to Liverpool Lime Street

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
AddressReading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Liverpool Lime Street Station

Station name Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
AddressLiverpool Lime Street station, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JD
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursSunday 07:15 - 23:05
Monday to Friday 05:00 - 23:38
Saturday 05:00 - 23:38
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street

The travel time between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

First class tickets on trains between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Liverpool Lime Street. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading West and Liverpool Lime Street, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.